Liverpool’s Neptune Theatre, formerly Crane’s Music Hall in Hanover Street has been revolutionised as the new Epstein Theatre, in honour of Brian Epstein, the Beatles first manager. And last night entrepreneur David Pichilingi unveiled a new season of attractions in the £1m refurbished building, that has restored this well-loved little theatre to its former art déco glory.
He launched a full programme with an eclectic mix of light music, plays, comedy, and burlesque. Amongst the treats in store is the world premiere of Epstein the Play, a brand new production about one of Liverpool’s favourite sons and Beatles manager. The premiere occurs in year that celebrates 50 years since the band first came together. The theatre will also play host to the Mersey Beatles, Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s Ensemble 10/10, Laughterhouse Comedy, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Irish band Dervish with Cathy Jordan, as well as burlesque and variety in The Martini Lounge show. And, of course, a winter pantomime - Cinderella - featuring Liverpool’s own Sonia, Brookside’s Philip Olivier and Big Brother’s Nikki Grahame. Tonight Sound City is teaming up with the Liverpool Food and Drink Festival wrap party – entrance £15, and on Thursday a new play by Pauline Fleming, Dirty Dating, looks at the hilarious and dubious side of speed dating – tickets £18/£20.
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